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Jaxon Potter, Washington States redshirt sophomore quarterback, is transferring to another program after initially winning the starting job. Despite promising performances against Idaho and San Diego State, Potter struggled in a loss to North Texas, leading to his benching. Zevi Eckhaus took over and will likely start next season, while Potter, with two years of eligibility remaining, seeks a fresh start elsewhere.

LeBron James unprecedented streak of scoring at least ten points in regular season games ended after 1,297 games, a remarkable achievement in sports history. The streak concluded in a surprising manner, with James passing the ball for a game-winning three-pointer instead of taking a shot himself. This streak began even before the first iPhone was announced, highlighting its incredible longevity.

The Seattle Seahawks defensive line, led by Leonard Williams and featuring standouts like Ernest Jones the Fourth and Devon Witherspoon, is making waves as one of the best in NFL history. Coach Mike Macdonalds strategic approach and the teams impressive statistics, including fewest points allowed and second in rushing yards, support this claim. The defensive fronts dominance, with Williams and Byron Murphy the Second tied for the team lead in sacks, has even made frequent blitzing unnecessary. This outstanding performance has sparked debates about the teams potential to be the best in Seahawks history.

Washington State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti proposes new legislation to make financial education mandatory for high school graduation, aiming to fill gaps in the current educational system and better prepare students for their financial futures. Currently, only a few states require dedicated financial education classes, with Washington being one of them. The proposed legislation would significantly expand upon the existing requirement, ensuring all high school graduates have a foundational understanding of personal finance.

Spokane joins cities like Seattle, San Francisco, and Minneapolis in banning algorithmic software used by landlords to coordinate rent increases, potentially violating antitrust laws. The software, used by companies like RealPage, has faced scrutiny and lawsuits for its role in inflating rents. The Spokane City Council approved the ban, with some council members suggesting state-level regulations would be more appropriate.

A Spokane family is suing Spokane County, two jail deputies, the jails medical provider NaphCare, and Multicare Deaconess Hospital over the death of their son, Spencer Wirth, who died in a county jail cell. The lawsuit alleges jail staff ignored Wirths pleas for help, watched television as he passed away, and failed to provide adequate medical care, leading to his death from a pulmonary embolism.

33-year-old Randy Chaparro faces charges of second-degree murder and a firearm charge after allegedly shooting and killing a man in Spokane, Washington. The victim was reportedly an innocent bystander, and Chaparros motive remains unclear. Chaparro has a history of failing to appear in court and was recently released on bail for a previous firearm charge. He is scheduled for a trial readiness hearing in early January, with his trial set for late January.

Washington Schools Embrace AI: OSPI & Microsoft Collaborate for Ethical Integration - In Olympia, Washington, a significant discussion on AIs impact on education led to a partnership between OSPI and Microsoft. Microsoft will provide Co-Pilot tool to every student and train 2,000 teachers. OSPI offers three guides for safe, ethical AI use, and Microsoft grants support ten school districts and ten community colleges.

Idahos Snowplow Naming Contest: A Fun Initiative Engaging Students and Bringing Humor to Winter Road Maintenance